Author Archive: Bernews1
“Paper Cut Outs” Band Win Talent Contest
The band “Paper Cut Outs” were named the winners of the Bermuda Youth Got Talent show yesterday [May 28], receiving $5,000 and iPad2, after they beat over 160 young performers who signed up to show off their talents as part of the contest. These filmed auditions were highlighted over a period of eight weeks during the ZBM nightly news program.... Read more of this article
BUEI Lecture: Oceanographer Dr. Sylvia Earle
The Sargasso Sea and Bermuda’s important role in conserving this unique marine environment— especially the area within its waters — will be the subject of a lecture this week by world-renowned oceanographer Dr. Sylvia Earle [pictured]. Dr. Earle will speak at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] on Thursday, May 31. The 76-year-old... Read more of this article
Golf: Pearman Shoots Jack Daniels Record Low
On a perfect day to shoot low scores, Dwayne Pearman did just that today [May 28] at Belmont Hills Golf Course. Pearman toured the course with a 7 birdie round which set the Jack Daniels low round record at 63(-7) to win by 4 shots. Pearman managed the slow greens early with birdies on 2, 4 and 6 to make the turn at 32(-3). At this point Pearman led... Read more of this article
OBA: How Was Company Chosen For Project?
The $36-million Ireland Island housing project was never put to tender and has “all the markings of yet another inside deal,” the One Bermuda Alliance said today [May 28]. “The Government must answer two other questions on this deal: How was the US company chosen for this project and who chose it,” the OBA said. The statement... Read more of this article
First Stage Of Bermuda Mapping Project Complete
The Department of Land Surveys and Registration, under the Ministry of Environment, Planning and Infrastructure Strategy, commissioned an aerial survey of Bermuda, which will be conducted in two parts, with the aim of providing current geographical data of the island. The first requires a specialist survey aircraft to take high resolution aerial photography... Read more of this article
Fairmont Southampton Salute Staff Members
The Fairmont Southampton has recognized 18 employees for their outstanding performance during the months of March and April 2012. In a special ceremony held during the hotel’s All Colleague Luncheon on Wednesday [May 23], Fairmont Southampton employees nominated by guests and coworkers for going above and beyond in their duties were recognized as... Read more of this article
Cadets Prepare For Diamond Jubilee Adventure
The Bermuda Sea Cadets selected to participate in the historic Diamond Jubilee Thames Pageant in London have been working very hard to complete their preparations for the event. Scheduled to depart on Wednesday evening, the work has not slackened for them one bit, and they will be very busy right up to the date of the event itself. The five Cadets... Read more of this article
Palmetto Palm Doll Designed For Queen
A special design of the traditional Bermuda Palmetto Palm Doll has been created for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. Well known artisan and tradition-bearer Ronnie Chameau designed the doll that is crafted entirely from palmetto palm leaves as a special gift to Her Majesty Queen on behalf of the people of Bermuda. The palm leaves for the magnificent... Read more of this article
DUI: Six People Arrested On Weekend
Over the weekend, police officers arrested 14 people for outstanding warrants and six people on suspicion of impaired driving. A police spokesperson said, “Around 11:20pm on Sunday May 27th, police officers were on mobile patrol along South Road in Paget when they observed a car travelling erratically. Officers caused the car to stop near the... Read more of this article
Bermuda Inspires Romance On “The Bachelorette”
The romantic beauty of Bermuda will provide a scenic backdrop to the fourth episode of The Bachelorette. The show, whose visit to the island was arranged by the Bermuda Department of Tourism, is scheduled to air on Monday, June 4. The episode will cover three uniquely Bermudian dates with the newest Bachelorette, Emily Maynard, the first single mom... Read more of this article
Business Bermuda’s Asia Tour Continues
The Ministry of Business Development and Tourism and Business Bermuda are leading a trade delegation to two of Asia’s leading financial centers, Singapore and Hong Kong. The delegation has just completed the Singapore stage of their Asia tour having attended the Shorex Wealth Management Forum 2012 on May 22-23 where Business Bermuda was a sponsor.... Read more of this article
Bus Service To Stop For 2 Hours Tomorrow
[Updated] The Transport Ministry issued a reminder that bus service will be suspended for two hours starting from 10.30am tomorrow morning [May 29]. A spokesperson for the Transport Ministry said, “The Bermuda Industrial Union has scheduled a meeting to be attended by Department of Public Transport (DPT) operators for Tuesday, May 29th, 2012 starting... Read more of this article
